In Kaduna, the arrest of Aisha Galadima, a prominent political figure known for her unwavering allegiance to the former governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Refai, has stirred controversy. Sources have confirmed that the basis of her detention is linked to a social media post shared on her Facebook page, where she openly criticised Governor Uba Sani.
The Department of State Services, DSS, swiftly acted on this matter, deploying operatives to apprehend the female politician from her residence on Sunday afternoon. This development has sparked discussions regarding freedom of expression and political dissent within the state, raising concerns about the implications of such actions on democratic principles and civil liberties.
One of Aisha Galadima’s brothers confirmed the development, stating, “Aisha has been detained by the Department of State Service (DSS) at her residence in Tudun Wada, Kaduna